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Module 7 Progress Report

As far as progress on the paper goes, I am working on following the white paper format outlined in the paper instructions.  Going over APA citation format with Amy was helpful so that I can cross that off the list now that I know what I need to do. This week it helped to have dates for submission and to go over a few of the concepts of what is expected of us. 

I did hit issues with the amount of time I was able to spend on working on my research paper this week.  The end of the quarter for me coincides with the end of the school year for my kids, and everyone in my household is stressed.  I've had to wear my parent/caregiver hat more this week, and it has pulled my focus, time, and attention on my kids and their mental health instead. 

The upcoming holiday weekend will be a nice break in the routine and I will have time to put my focus back on the paper.  Also because I made that request to my family to let me have that time for the paper.

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